Quick, female general, I traveled through time to save my father

Chapter 296 Human Traffickers Deserve to Die 41

Yu Zhuangzhuang started the car, which slowly started to move, then quickly accelerated and disappeared into the night. They didn't turn on the headlights, but simply used the dim street lights and the cover of night to quickly and cautiously drive away from the scene.

The car was completely silent, with only the low roar of the engine.

The four of them were silent, but everyone's heart was filled with tension and anxiety.

Sirong sat in the passenger seat, holding the seat belt tightly, with complex emotions in her eyes.

Her mind was still replaying the thrilling scenes at the construction site. The narrow space in the ventilation duct and the polluted air almost suffocated her.

Her nose still felt uncomfortable, and every breath was a little stinging, as if she was still struggling in that enclosed environment.

Teacher Zheng and Cai Zhihong sat in the back seat and did not rush to ask about Sirong's situation inside.

They could tell that this trip had taken a toll on Sirong. Her face was slightly pale, and beads of sweat still clung to her forehead. The two exchanged glances, nodded silently, and decided to give her some time to rest and adjust.

While driving, Yu Zhuangzhuang observed Sirong through the rearview mirror and asked with concern.

"Should we go back to our residence directly, or find a place to eat?" His tone was full of concern. After all, everyone had been busy for a long time and was in urgent need of replenishing energy both physically and mentally.

Sirong adjusted her sitting position slightly, and her voice sounded a little tired.

"I want something hot to drink." She did feel a little chilly, perhaps a natural reaction from just escaping a tense environment. A hot drink might relax her a little and relieve the discomfort in her nose.

"Okay, let's find a place to drink something hot." Yu Zhuangzhuang nodded and immediately changed the driving route, heading towards a nearby 24-hour coffee shop. What Sirong needed most now was warmth and rest.

The car slowly drove into the cafe's parking lot, and the four people got out one after another and walked into the warm room.

The lights in the cafe were soft, and gentle music filled the air, giving people a sense of tranquility and relaxation. They found a seat in the corner and sat down.

Teacher Zheng silently handed Sirong a wet tissue and said with concern, "Wipe off the sweat first, take a break, and you'll feel better after drinking something hot."

Sirong took the tissue and nodded gratefully. She felt sorry for making everyone worried about her condition.

She gently wiped the sweat from her forehead and tried to relax. The memory of the air duct still played in her mind, but she tried to focus on the warmth and tranquility before her.

Yu Zhuangzhuang went to the counter and ordered a few hot drinks, and even ordered a cup of ginger tea for Sirong, hoping it would help her ward off the cold. He felt that what Sirong needed most right now was warmth and care.

The hot drink was soon served on the table. Sirong held the ginger tea and took a sip. The warm liquid flowed into her throat, making her feel relieved immediately.

Her body gradually relaxed, and the stinging in her nose lessened considerably. She took a deep breath, and a hint of relaxation and calm finally appeared in her eyes. "Thank you, Zhuangzhuang," Sirong whispered, her voice full of gratitude.

"How do you feel now? Better?"

Sirong nodded, her voice a little more powerful. "Much better, thank you." Although she was exhausted, she knew that the task ahead would still be arduous.

Sirong trusts the three people currently sitting in front of her.

When joining this undercover operation, Xiao 5 investigated these people. When they just crawled out of the tunnel, Sirong asked Xiao 5 to check in detail whether they had any connection with the Qin brothers.

The results are quite satisfactory and they are trustworthy.

"Let me tell you what's going on inside." Teacher Zheng and the other four gathered their heads together, listening to Sirong's low voiced introduction of what she discovered after entering the construction site.

At the same time, she introduced to the three of them what she knew about the Qin brothers.

She paused and continued, "Also, there are people from the Qin family within the police."

"Teacher Zheng, our vice principal is Qin Haoran's cousin!" Sirong's words were like a stone thrown into a calm lake, instantly breaking the tranquility in the room.

Teacher Zheng was slightly stunned, then frowned and quickly recalled the relevant information in his mind.

He blurted out subconsciously: "Qin Wenfeng?"

Teacher Zheng had been transferred from out of town, so he didn't know much about the family relationship. Besides, there were many people with the surname Qin, and it wasn't an uncommon surname; it was common. He didn't even consider the deputy mayor.

Cai Zhihong was shocked, clearly taken aback by the news. A hint of unease flashed in her eyes, clearly indicating she had realized the seriousness of the situation.

"Are you saying that your Vice President Qin Wenfeng is related to our Vice Mayor Qin Haoran?" Cai Zhihong's voice was filled with disbelief. "Our Public Security Bureau Chief, Qin Wenfeng?"

Si Rong nodded, her tone affirming, "Yes, this is no secret. Many people know about their relationship. The Qin family members hold positions in various government agencies in Jinghai City, and they are not particularly shy about anything."

After hearing Sirong's answer, the room fell into silence.

Several people looked at each other, but no one spoke, as if the air had become heavy.

Cai Zhihong, in particular, turned pale, a hint of fear in her eyes. She secretly thanked herself for not hastily reporting to her superiors on tonight's operation, as otherwise the consequences would have been disastrous.

Cai Zhihong is different from Teacher Zheng. She was born and raised here and is very clear about the power of the Qin family.

The Qin family has deep roots in the local area, and they are present in both the political and business circles. It can almost be said that they have absolute power.

Cai Zhihong had heard many rumors about the Qin family since he was a child. Some people disappeared inexplicably, and some cases were closed inexplicably, and there seemed to be some shadow of the Qin family behind them.

"Qin family..." Cai Zhihong silently repeated the surname in her heart, and a chill rose from the bottom of her heart. She had never thought that this investigation into the missing persons case would be related to the Qin family.

Teacher Zheng frowned and looked serious.

Although he wasn't a local, he had heard of the Qin family's power. However, he had never imagined that one day he would face off against such a behemoth.

Director Qin Wenfeng has always been paying close attention to this case, and it turns out the root of the problem lies here.

Fortunately, today, neither he nor Cai Zhihong reported to their superiors about Sirong and Yu Zhuangzhuang going to investigate the construction site in the new urban area.